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DRR 508B

1970 Morris Mini 1000

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,113 mi
Last recorded132,113 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 1970 Morris Mini 100045,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRR 508B
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 132,113 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019
Pass 19 Mar 2018
Pass 11 Nov 2016
Pass 6 Nov 2015
Pass 11 Nov 2014 14,002 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 13,644 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 12,644 miles

Modified car/suspension, looks like tyres might touch body

Fail 25 Sep 2012 12,644 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Modified car/suspension, looks like tyres might touch body

Pass 27 Apr 2009 123,982 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 120,746 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 116,095 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 1,045 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,045
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 434
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 314
brake recording little or no effort 312
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 244
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 227
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DRR 508B is a 1970 Morris Mini 1000 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1970 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 45,578 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 434 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRR 508B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRR 508B registered?

DRR 508B is a 1970 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is DRR 508B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRR 508B shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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